Rafael Landestoy, baseball player, 1977-1984

Rafael Landestoy

Born: 5/28/1953 in Bani, Peravia, D.R.

MLB Debut: 1977-08-27 | Final Game: 1984-09-30

Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 5'10" | Weight: 165 lbs

Full name: Rafael Silvaldo Landestoy

Biography

Rafael Landestoy, born in 1953, was a professional baseball player who graced the Major League Baseball (MLB) fields from 1977 until 1984. Primarily known for his versatility as a position player, Landestoy appeared in 596 games over the course of his career. He accumulated a total of 291 hits, which included four home runs and 83 runs batted in (RBIs). His batting average stood at .237, and he showcased his speed on the bases with 54 stolen bases, highlighting his capability to influence the game not just with his bat but also with his agility. Playing primarily during the late 1970s and early 1980s, Landestoy was part of a transitional era in baseball, characterized by the emergence of more athletic players and an increase in offensive strategies. His contributions to the teams he played for were marked by a solid work ethic and an ability to adapt to various roles on the field. Although Landestoy may not have been a household name, his dedication and performance in the game reflected the spirit of a generation of players who helped shape the modern landscape of baseball.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
596 1230 134 291 32 17 4 83 54 100 123 0.237 0.296 0.300 0.596 -3412.8

Season-by-Season Batting

Postseason Statistics

Playoff Career Batting

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
8 11 3 2 0 0 0 2 1 1 0.182

Playoff Batting by Year

Year Round Team G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB SO AVG
1983 NLCS LAN 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0.000
1980 NLCS HOU 5 9 3 2 0 0 0 2 1 0 0.222
1977 WS LAN 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 0 6 0 0 1
2B 296 145 381 504 22 114
3B 46 14 20 48 3 8
OF 22 3 19 0 2 0
SS 124 99 157 300 11 53

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
First Base 2
Second Base 297
Third Base 46
Shortstop 125
Left Field 12
Center Field 4
Right Field 7

Awards & Honors

Year Award Notes
1979 Player of the Week Week of 1979-09-07